The US Central Command said it struck more than 30 Islamic State targets in Syria in early February 2026, following an ambush that killed two US soldiers and a civilian interpreter.
The strikes targeted weapons storage sites and logistical infrastructure, using precision munitions delivered by fixed-wing aircraft, helicopters, and drones. Officials said the operation aims to sustain “relentless military pressure” on remaining IS networks.
Key developments:
• Ten strikes conducted between 3 February and mid-February 2026.
• Followed five earlier strikes between 27 January and 2 February.
• Operation launched after IS fighters attacked US and Syrian forces in Palmyra.
• Over 50 militants killed or captured and more than 100 targets hit in two months.
• Thousands of IS detainees transferred to Iraq, now held in Al-Karkh Central Prison.
• Al-Tanf military base transferred to Syrian control.
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